The NASM-CPT Podcast With Rick Richey

Latest Episodes:

Anatomical Directions & Plane of Motion Nov 23, 2022

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Who’s ready for their anatomy review?

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” NASM Master Instructor, and host, Rick Richey focuses in on, specifically, directions and planes of motion. He unpacks anterior and posterior, medial, and lateral orientations, as well as several others. Plus, workouts to fit each one, and much more.

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EMGs During Deadlifts & Its Variants Nov 22, 2022

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Deadlifts are common, and popular, forms of strength training that fitness professionals perform, teach, and do variants on.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey explores a recent, detailed systematic review, including comparing various deadlifts to one another, how they activate muscles, and much more in this educational monologue presentation.

Learn more about the review below.

Martín-Fuentes, I., Oliva-Lozano, J. M., & Muyor, J. M. (2020). Electromyographic activity in deadlift exercise and its variants. A systematic review. PloS one, 15(2), e0229507. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0229507

Anatomy Review: Hip Flexors & Extensors Nov 17, 2022

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It’s all in the hips.

In this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey defines what are the hip flexors and hip extensors, details why strengthening and lengthening these muscles are so important, plus many other insightful notes and tips in this in-depth monologue anatomy presentation.

Nutrition Program Strategies for Body Composition Nov 15, 2022

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There’s certainly a blueprint to losing weight, but different body types react better than others so nutrition, obviously, plays a key role in reaching your fitness goals.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey is joined by featured guest, Nutrition and Physique Coach, Dr. Joseph Munoz, for a deep dive conversation tying together nutrition with body composition.

Munoz, who wrote a chapter in NASM’s Bodybuilding and Physique Coaching course, separates fact from fiction with composition-related goals, details the most ideal time to weigh yourself during this journey, tips for tracking your daily weight, as well unpacks if it’s possible to gain muscle, while losing body fat, at the same time.

Misconceptions About NASM: Ulterior Motives Nov 10, 2022

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Don’t let the facts get in the way of a good story.

In this episode of “The NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey separates fact from fiction, and more common misconceptions, coming from the world of social media.

He’ll unpack specific examples of NASM-based analysis debunking inaccuracies in warm up, and cool down time, foam rolling, static stretching, and several more.

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Special Guest: Cueing Expert Nick Winkelman Nov 08, 2022

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Cueing is a vital skill and is essential for coaching proper technique as it helps convey how in-tune you are, as a personal trainer, to their performance and movement.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, IRFU Head of Athletic Performance, and noted author, Nick Winkelman, explore cueing from a client’s perspective, a few principles to start assimilating, constraints, and much more.

This is your cue to check out this episode!

Personal Training Market Research Nov 03, 2022

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When you have questions, Rick Richey has answers.

On this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” Rick dives back into the mailbag to address how full-time trainers make a living. The topics of conversation include proven data research on the demand for personal trainers, why so many start in down said career path, but so few finish, as well as the importance of a steady side hustle, and much more.

Don’t miss this wealth of knowledge on personal training market research!

Turning Breakdowns into Breakthroughs Nov 01, 2022

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Overcoming extreme adversity can often lead to some of life’s greatest rewards, both personally, as well as professionally.

On this episode of “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, is joined by featured guest, Westwood Private Fitness Owner, Steve Jordan, who details how a traumatic brain injury nearly took his life but after a miraculous recovery, ultimately, inspired him to become a certified personal trainer through NASM.

His story of overcoming all odds is one you don’t want to miss!

How Deep Should I Squat? Oct 27, 2022

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The title pretty much sums it up.

It’s a question many ask, but few know the answer to. So, host, and NASM Master Instructor, Rick Richey, is here to drop knowledge on just how low…you should go.

In this episode, he’ll separate fact from fiction, share personal experiences with this dynamic strength exercise, the importance of ankle and hip mobility, and well several other useful tips to help you, and your clients, better understand this burning question.

Identifying Legitimate Fitness Gear Reviews Oct 25, 2022

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The fitness world is filled with different choices, including what type and brand of gear to buy to help you reach your personal physical goals.

One issue can be deciphering fact from fiction in product reviews.

In this “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host Rick Richey, along with featured guest, CSCS, and That Fit Friend Owner, Jake Boly, explore what to look for in reviews, when is the right time to replace your workout shoes, ways to differentiate between brands peddling for dollars versus creating a quality consumer product review, and many more insightful tips for you and your clients!

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That Fit Friend: https://thatfitfriend.com/ Jake's YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/jakebolytraining/

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